All new 2009 BMW 5 Series specifications include engine specs, transmission, drivetrain, bodystyle, color choices, standard features and options, and more. These vehicle specs will arm you with the knowledge you will need to shop for or compare cars.
Standard Equipment
INTERIOR
Air Conditioning: Tri-zone automatic climate control-inc: auto air recirculation, bi-directional solar sensor, heat-at-rest function, humidity control, activated-charcoal micro-filter ventilation Audio: Anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: MP3 capability, (10) speakers w/(2) subwoofers, radio data system (RDS) Auxiliary audio input in back of center console Roof: Remote keyless entry w/multi-function remote-inc: interior light activation, remote trunk release, window down, moonroof open, alarm Window: Rear window defroster Pwr windows-inc: 1-touch open/close, anti-trapping feature, close from exterior lock Remote keyless entry w/multi-function remote-inc: interior light activation, remote trunk release, window down, moonroof open, alarm Seats: 10-way pwr front bucket seats-inc: pwr head restraints, 2-position driver seat memory 10-way pwr front seats w/pwr head restraints Mirrors: Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors Decor: Seat Trim: Leatherette seat trim Tires: Tire pressure monitor Telephone: BMW Assist-inc: auto collision notification, SOS button, roadside assistance, (4) year subscription Bluetooth wireless technology Leather-wrapped pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel-inc: auto tilt-up, audio controls, cruise controls, Bluetooth phone controls, 2-position memory Locks: Remote keyless entry w/multi-function remote-inc: interior light activation, remote trunk release, window down, moonroof open, alarm Central locking system-inc: double-lock, selective unlock Convenience: Alarm system w/interior motion detector Dual front/rear reading lights Leather-wrapped pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel-inc: auto tilt-up, audio controls, cruise controls, Bluetooth phone controls, 2-position memory Pwr outlets-inc: front passenger footwell, trunk Cruise control Pwr trunk release Tri-zone automatic climate control-inc: auto air recirculation, bi-directional solar sensor, heat-at-rest function, humidity control, activated-charcoal micro-filter ventilation Remote keyless entry w/multi-function remote-inc: interior light activation, remote trunk release, window down, moonroof open, alarm
Standard Dimensions
BRAKES
Brake Type: Power-Assisted Brake ABS System: 4-Wheel Disc - Front (Yes or No): Yes Disc - Rear (Yes or No): Yes Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.8 x 1.18 Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in): 12.6 x 0.79
CARGO AREA DIMENSIONS
Trunk Volume (cu.ft.): 14.0
ELECTRICAL
Cold Cranking Amps (Primary): 110 Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps): 180
ENGINE
Engine Type: Gas I6 Displacement: 3.0L/183 Fuel System: EFI SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM: 230 @ 6500 SAE Net Torque @ RPM: 200 @ 2750
ENTERTAINMENT
Auxiliary audio input in back of center console Prep for CD changer & Sirius satellite radio
EXTERIOR
17" x 7.5" star spoke alloy wheels (style 278) 2-way pwr tilt/slide moonroof-inc: 1-touch open/close, anti-trapping feature, sliding sunshade, open/close from exterior lock Adaptive brake lights Body-color pwr heated mirrors -inc: passenger-side auto-tilt-down in reverse, 2-position mirror memory Body-color pwr heated mirrors-inc: reverse gear activated passenger-side auto-tilt-down, 2-position mirror memory Chrome & matte-black side window trim Chrome & matte-black side window trim Daytime running lights Daytime running lights Front/rear body-color bumpers Halogen automatic headlights Halogen free-form fog lights Halogen free-form fog lights Rain-sensing windshield wipers-inc: articulated passenger-side wiper arm, single-wipe control, heated washer jets
10-way pwr front bucket seats-inc: pwr head restraints, 2-position driver seat memory 10-way pwr front seats w/pwr head restraints Adjustable front center armrest Adjustable front center armrest Alarm system w/interior motion detector Anti-theft AM/FM stereo w/CD player-inc: MP3 capability, (10) speakers w/(2) subwoofers, radio data system (RDS) Auxiliary audio input in back of center console Auxiliary audio input in back of center console Bluetooth wireless technology Bluetooth wireless technology BMW Ambiance Lighting BMW Assist-inc: auto collision notification, SOS button, roadside assistance, (4) year subscription Central locking system-inc: double-lock, selective unlock Check control vehicle monitor system Coded driveaway protection (prevents engine from starting w/o proper key) Coded driveaway protection (prevents engine from starting w/o proper key) Courtesy lights w/fade in/fade out feature Courtesy lights w/fade in/fade out feature Cruise control Dark poplar wood trim Dual front/rear cup holders Dual front/rear reading lights Dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors Electronic analog speedometer & tachometer Electronic analog speedometer & tachometer w/variable warning segment FM diversity antenna Fold-up rear center armrest Front/rear open door storage compartments Front/rear open door storage compartments Fully finished trunk w/reversible mat Fully finished trunk w/reversible mat iDrive system-inc: on-board computer/controller, (6) programmable memory keys LCD main & trip odometers Leather-trimmed 2-level center console compartments w/climate-controlled lower compartment Leather-trimmed 2-level center console compartments w/climate-controlled lower compartment Leather-wrapped pwr tilt/telescopic steering wheel-inc: auto tilt-up, audio controls, cruise controls, Bluetooth phone controls, 2-position memory Leatherette seat trim Leatherette seat trim Locking glovebox w/rechargeable take-out flashlight Prep for CD changer & Sirius satellite radio Pwr outlets-inc: front passenger footwell, trunk Pwr trunk release Pwr windows-inc: 1-touch open/close, anti-trapping feature, close from exterior lock Rear window defroster Remote keyless entry w/multi-function remote-inc: interior light activation, remote trunk release, window down, moonroof open, alarm Seatback storage compartments TeleService activation TeleService activation Tire pressure monitor Tri-zone automatic climate control-inc: auto air recirculation, bi-directional solar sensor, heat-at-rest function, humidity control, activated-charcoal micro-filter ventilation Vehicle & key memory
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Passenger Capacity: 5 Passenger Volume (cu.ft.): 99.1 Front Head Room (in): 39.1 Front Leg Room (in): 41.5 Front Shoulder Room (in): 57.3 Second Head Room (in): 38.1 Second Leg Room (in): 36.0 Second Shoulder Room (in): 57.2
MECHANICAL
17" star spoke alloy wheels (style 278) 3.0L DOHC 24-valve I6 engine -inc: double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing, Valvetronic 3.0L DOHC 24-valve I6 engine-inc: double-VANOS steplessly variable valve timing, Valvetronic 4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes 6-speed manual transmission w/OD Aluminum 4-link integral rear suspension Aluminum 4-link integral rear suspension Aluminum double-pivot strut-type front suspension Aluminum double-pivot strut-type front suspension Direct ignition system w/knock control Direct ignition system w/knock control Dual exhaust system Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)-inc: dynamic traction control (DTC), dynamic brake control, electronic brake proportioning, cornering & braking stability enhancement Electronically controlled engine cooling Electronically controlled engine cooling Engine start/stop button Engine start/stop button Engine start/stop button Front/rear aluminum subframes Front/rear aluminum subframes Front/rear stabilizer bars P225/50VR17 all-season tires Pwr water pump Rear wheel drive Rear wheel drive Space saver spare tire Space saver spare tire Twin-tube gas-pressure shock absorbers Vehicle-speed-sensitive Servotronic pwr steering-inc: variable assist, variable-ratio Vehicle-speed-sensitive Servotronic pwr steering-inc: variable assist, variable-ratio Vehicle-speed-sensitive Servotronic pwr steering-inc: variable assist, variable-ratio Volume-controlled oil pump
MILEAGE
Fuel Economy Est-Combined (MPG): 21 EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 17 EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG): 18 EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 28 EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG): 27
NOTE
**PRELIMINARY STANDARD EQUIPMENT**
SAFETY
4-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) All-passenger automatic locking retractor (ALR) Battery safety terminal Daytime running lights Daytime running lights Dual front 2-stage smart airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) w/dual-threshold deployment sensors Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)-inc: dynamic traction control (DTC), dynamic brake control, electronic brake proportioning, cornering & braking stability enhancement Front safety belts-inc: pretensioners, force limiters Front side-impact airbags Front/rear Head Protection System (AHPS II) curtain airbags Impact sensor (automatically turns on hazard/interior lights, unlocks doors & disconnects alternator, fuel pump & starter) Intelligent Safety & Info System (ISIS) for deployment of safety systems Intelligent Safety & Info System (ISIS) for deployment of safety systems Interlocking door anchoring system Interlocking door anchoring system LATCH attachments for rear seats
STEERING
Steering Type: Active Servotronic Pwr Steering Type: Servotronic Variable Pwr Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 10.0-18.0 Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 10.8-18.0 Steering Ratio (:1), Overall: 13.7 Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 37.4 Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft): 37.5
SUMMARY
Vehicle Name: 528i Body Style: 4 Door Sedan
SUSPENSION
Suspension Type - Front: Double-Pivot Suspension Type - Rear: 4-Link Integral Suspension Type - Front (Cont.): Strut-Type
TIRES
Front Tire Size: P225/50VR17 Front Tire Size: P225/50R17 Front Tire Size: P245/40R18 Front Tire Size: P245/40WR18 Rear Tire Size: P245/40R18 Rear Tire Size: P225/50VR17 Rear Tire Size: P225/50R17 Rear Tire Size: P245/40WR18
TRANSMISSION
Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive Trans Order Code: 2TB Trans Order Code: 205 Trans Type: 6 Trans Description Cont.: Automatic Trans Description Cont.: Manual First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.17 First Gear Ratio (:1): 4.32 Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.34 Second Gear Ratio (:1): 2.46 Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.52 Third Gear Ratio (:1): 1.66 Fourth Gear Rato (:1): 1.14 Fourth Gear Rato (:1): 1.23 Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.87 Fifth Gear Ratio (:1): 1.00 Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.69 Sixth Gear Ratio (:1): 0.85 Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.40 Reverse Ratio (:1): 3.94 Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.73 Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1): 3.38
VEHICLE
EPA Classification: Mid-Size EPA Greenhouse Gas Score: 5
WEIGHT INFORMATION
Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3505 Base Curb Weight (lbs): 3571
WHEELS
Front Wheel Size (in): 18 x 8.0 Front Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.5 Rear Wheel Size (in): 18 x 8.0 Rear Wheel Size (in): 17 x 7.5 Front Wheel Material: Alloy Rear Wheel Material: Alloy